Prestigious accolade awarded prior to market launch
With its 17th Golden Steering Wheel, Audi leads all-time ranking
The launch of the Audi Q5 is set for November 14 (March 2009 in the USA)
It has not even hit the market, but it has already won an award: ‘Bild am Sonntag’ named the new Audi Q5 the best vehicle in this year’s special SUV class, awarding it the ‘Golden Steering Wheel’.
Second stage of large-scale practical test takes cars to Denver
Powerful Audi Q7 3.0 TDI has ultra low emission system
Audi Q5, Audi A4 and Audi A3 demonstrate TDI engines’ lead
As the Audi Mileage Marathon progresses, TDI technology continues to demonstrate its exceptionally efficient use of fuel. With more than half of the 8,000-kilometer (4,971-mile) route now completed, 90 drivers from twelve countries have already driven the 23-vehicle fleet. The best economy figures for the Audi Q5 are particularly impressive: despite the long distances and high average speeds, this model with its 3.0-liter TDI engine has recorded a fuel consumption of only 6.2 to 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers (37.94 to 36.19 US mpg) on most of the stages. Continue reading ‘Audi Mileage Marathon – confirmation of excellent efficiency’
We now have the dates to the tour. Check them out after the jump. Unfortunately, they are not coming our way…
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America will soon discover Audi TDI® turbocharged clean diesel technology, which has earned media attention and consumer praise throughout the world for its exceptional fuel efficiency and dynamic performance. Next month, the Audi Q7 3.0 TDI will debut in the U.S. during the Audi Mileage Marathon, a two week cross country drive that will display the world’s leading fuel-efficiency technology. Continue reading ‘Audi Clean Diesel to Run in Coast-to-Coast Rally’
We do not have the exact dates or stops but the marathon will go from New York to Los Angeles, passing major cities like Chicago, Dallas and Las Vegas during the 13 daily stages, as well as natural wonders including the Rocky Mountains, Death Valley and the Grand Canyon. The site is also not up right now.
The TDI is the world’s most successful efficiency technology. Now the latest Audi TDI is making its way to the US: Audi is introducing the world’s cleanest diesel to the streets of America inside the Audi Q7 3.0 TDI with ultra low emission system. Once there, and prior to its market launch, it will prove its supremacy when it comes to driving fun and fuel efficiency in an endurance test – the Audi Mileage Marathon. Continue reading ‘Audi Mileage Marathon: The world’s cleanest diesel in its first endurance test’
Innovative technologies for dynamic driving excitement
Spacious interior with a myriad of intelligent functions
The new Audi Q5 combines the dynamism of a sports sedan with highly variable interior and versatile options for leisure-time and family use. Strong and efficient engines, quattro permanent all-wheel drive and agile running gear have been brought together to create a superior technology package for both on- and off-road driving. Highlights such as the innovative seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission and the Audi drive select control system are proof of Audi’s Vorsprung durch Technik. The sportiest SUV in its class is dynamic, multifunctional and comfortable.
The dimensions alone indicate that this is a SUV of all-new proportions. Measuring 4.63 meters (15.19 feet) long and 1.88 meters (6.17 feet) wide, the Audi Q5 is just 1.65 meters (5.41 feet) high – making it sportier than any of its competitors. What’s more, this SUV sets another benchmark in its class with a low drag coefficient of 0.33. Continue reading ‘The new Audi Q5: Sporty and versatile’
The Audi Q5 debuted today in Beijing, China. We just posted the first video. Looks great on the road!
The new Audi Q5 combines the dynamism of a sports sedan with highly variable interior and versatile options for leisure-time and family use. Strong and efficient engines, quattro permanent all-wheel drive and agile running gear have been brought together to create a superior technology package for both on- and off-road driving. Highlights such as the innovative seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission and the Audi drive select control system are proof of Audi’s Vorsprung durch Technik. The sportiest SUV in its class is dynamic, multifunctional and comfortable.
